RIYADH: The National Institute for Educational Professional Development has launched a specialized training program in the tourism and hospitality industry, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.
Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, the program aims to expand professional development in key national sectors, supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals.
Starting on Thursday, teachers across all disciplines and educational levels will be able to enhance their understanding of tourism and hospitality, and their role in the national economy.
The program also seeks to equip educators with skills to integrate the Kingdom’s historical, natural, and cultural tourism resources into teaching, fostering national pride and identity.
The program aligns with the institute’s efforts to build strategic partnerships across sectors to improve educational practices and enrich teachers’ professional content, the SPA reported.
The initiative supports the Ministry of Education’s goal of upskilling citizens so they can contribute to sustainable development objectives.
